Kroměříž Castle

Kroměříž, Czechia, Czech Republic (Czechia)

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Kroměříž Castle is a magnificent Baroque residence in the town of Kroměříž, Czechia, serving as the historic seat of the bishops and archbishops of Olomouc since the 13th century.

Originating from a Gothic fortress rebuilt after the Hussite Wars and sacked by Swedes in 1643 during the Thirty Years' War, it gained its current late Baroque splendor from 1664 onward with opulent interiors, art collections, and an 84-meter tower offering panoramic views.

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998 alongside its exemplary Baroque gardens—including the Flower Garden with a Pompeian colonnade and a vast Castle Garden—the complex exemplifies 17th-18th century European princely design.

Today, it functions as a cultural hub with tours, exhibitions, and events amid its preserved landscapes near the Chřiby Mountains.